What is the origin of the name Ermelinda?

Ermelinda is a name of Germanic origin.

How do you pronounce Ermelinda?

Ermelinda is pronounced er-meh-LIN-dah.

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GirlGermanic

Ermelinda

er-meh-LIN-dah

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Germanic

Total Births

1,374

Peak Year

#41 in 1964

First Recorded

1912

Style

Vintage, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

Derived from Germanic elements meaning 'entire' or 'universal' and 'soft' or 'tender'.

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Erma Linda Mindy

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Numerology

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Nicknames

Erma Linda Mindy

Spelling Variations

Ermelinde Ermelina Hermelinda

Similar Names

Wilhelmina Rosalinda Amelia

Personality Traits

kindgentlenurturingcompassionate

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